
13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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13.15
Checking the chain tension
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect chain tension damages components and results in accidents.
If the chain is tensioned too much, the chain, engine sprocket, rear sprocket, transmission and rear
wheel bearings wear more quickly. Some components may break if overloaded.
If the chain is too loose, the chain may fall off the engine sprocket or the rear sprocket. As a result, the
rear wheel locks or the engine will be damaged.
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Check the chain tension regularly.
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Set the chain tension in accordance with the specification.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with the rear lifting gear. (
S01105-10
Main work
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Shift the transmission to idle .
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At the chain sliding guard in the area of markings
A
and
B
,
push the chain upward and determine the chain tension.
Info
The lower chain section must be taut.
Chain wear is not always even, so you should repeat
this measurement at different chain positions.
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